I’m always a sucker for a royal blue snake print belt — and when it comes in green and magenta as well for under $30, I take notice. They’re $29.50 at LOFT. Pop Color Snake Print Belt (L-2)
Coffee Break – Grace Snake-Embossed Tote, Purple
I have wanted a Beirn bag forever, and I’m seriously considering this one (especially considering the serious sale). Love the purple/snake embossed leather, the thin shoulder straps, the removable wristlet, and the zip pocket inside. It was $515, now marked to $310, with an extra 30% off bringing it down near $200. Nice! Available in … Read More about Coffee Break – Grace Snake-Embossed Tote, Purple
Coffee Break – Elodee Oxfords
This high-heeled oxford kind of shoe is the kind of thing my mother would look at with disdain and call a “nun shoe,” but I actually think they’re a great workwear basic. This pair from Nine West looks particularly attractive — a nice stacked heel with what looks like lots of cushioning, and good comfort … Read More about Coffee Break – Elodee Oxfords
Coffee Break – Yoga for Stress Relief DVD
2020 Update: We still stand by this awesome Yoga for Stress Relief DVD — but you can also check out our most recent story on the best streaming workouts to do from home; DownDog’s restorative yoga options are really great! I’m just going to start by saying this: I am not a yoga chick. Part … Read More about Coffee Break – Yoga for Stress Relief DVD
Coffee Break – White and Black Diamond Hoop
I was recently introduced to the shop LooptyHoops, which specializes in hoop earrings — including some lovely huggie earrings (my personal favorite for the office). I’m currently lusting after these white and black diamond hoops — they’re sparkly yet understated at the same time, and so much more interesting than the normal boring diamond posts. … Read More about Coffee Break – White and Black Diamond Hoop
Coffee Break – Closed-Toe Slip-Ons
Oooh: I first spied these in the black/gray/blue combo, but when I saw the purple I knew it was fate: I love these purple pumps from Fornarina. I love the way the purple leather details wrap around the front of the shoe — almost as if it were a peep toe, but I believe this … Read More about Coffee Break – Closed-Toe Slip-Ons
Coffee Break – Fretwell Satchel
Zappos has a number of nice-looking Aldo purses for surprisingly affordable prices. This purple “Fretwell” (also available in cognac/bronze) looks great. I love the faux ostrich leather and the dark, dark purple. It’s (wow) $48 at Zappos. ALDO – Fretwell (Purple) – Bags and Luggage (L-2)
Coffee Break – Commando Tights
We are firmly into fall right now, and that means I am thinking tights. I had heard about Commando for years as being the best “opaque” tights, but it wasn’t until last year (when I got a pair for free at a Bare Necessities event, to be honest) that I tried them out — and … Read More about Coffee Break – Commando Tights
Coffee Break – Loose Rib Knitted Snood
Hmmn: I’m kind of loving the idea of a snood right now. It’s a scarf! It’s a really chunky necklace! It’s a cowl neck! It can even be pulled down and worn around your shoulders, a bit like a wrap/shrug. Asos has a nice looking one in a variety of fun colors, including a lovely … Read More about Coffee Break – Loose Rib Knitted Snood
Coffee Break – Caroline Pleated Clutch
As the season for holiday parties approaches, I have clutches on my mind — in part because I have apparently lost my favorite clutch, a blue leather number. I’m eyeing the Lauren Merkin clutches on sale at Last Call by Neiman Marcus for a possible replacement, particularly this pleated “Caroline” clutch. For my $.02, a … Read More about Coffee Break – Caroline Pleated Clutch
Coffee Break – Semi Fitted Pants
Target is having a pretty great deal today — buy one item Men’s, Women’s and Kids’ apparel, accessories and shoes and get 50% off an additional item from one of these categories — plus, there’s always free shipping when you spend $50. This strikes me as a great time to stock up on exercise duds … Read More about Coffee Break – Semi Fitted Pants
Coffee Break – Jaimy Boots
Whenever we talk about boots for the winter, the favorite brand that readers mention is La Canadienne. 6pm has a number of styles on deep discount, including this suede boot with a 2″ heel. Although not among La Canadienne’s waterproof offerings, they look like a well-made boot and for a great price: they were $210, … Read More about Coffee Break – Jaimy Boots